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FACTORY WORKER HOUSING, 1911. Settlement of textile mill workers in Roanoke, Virginia
FACTORY WORKER HOUSING, 1911.
Settlement of textile mill workers in Roanoke, Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, May 1911
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Media ID 12233907
1911 Cotton Factory Hine Home Housing Industry Lewis Mill Poor Poverty Shack Smoke Smokestack Textile Mill Virginia Wickes Working Class Roanoke Southeast
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
Step back in time with our captivating Canvas Print of "Factory Worker Housing, 1911" by The Granger Collection. This evocative photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in May 1911, captures the settlement of textile mill workers in Roanoke, Virginia. The image, filled with history and character, is a poignant reminder of the past. Our high-quality Canvas Prints bring the rich details and vibrant colors of this historic moment to life, making it a stunning addition to any home or office space. Experience the power of art to transport you through time.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 76.2cm x 50.8cm (30" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Factory Worker Housing, 1911 - A Glimpse into the Lives of Textile Mill Workers in Roanoke, Virginia
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This photograph by Lewis Hine takes us back to May 1911 and offers a poignant glimpse into the living conditions of textile mill workers in Roanoke, Virginia. The image showcases a settlement where these hardworking individuals resided during this era. The sepia-toned print captures an early morning scene with a backdrop dominated by factory smokestacks and a towering water tank. Amidst this industrial landscape, we see rows of modest homes or shacks that served as housing for the workers and their families. These structures reflect the poverty and hardships faced by those who toiled tirelessly within the cotton industry at the turn of the century. Hine's lens focuses not only on buildings but also on people - men, women, and children who were part of this working-class community. Their faces tell stories of resilience amidst adversity; they are emblematic figures representing an entire generation dedicated to sustaining themselves through honest labor. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a reminder of how far society has come in terms of worker rights and living standards. It is important to acknowledge our history while appreciating progress made since then. This print from Granger Art on Demand provides us with an opportunity to reflect upon our collective journey towards creating better lives for all members of society – one that cherishes human dignity above all else.
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